Les ateliers FL 
Bordeaux, France
44 rue Fondaudège - 33000 Bordeaux - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Free city tours.
- Free film club.
What we dislike about the school
- Younger students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools.
- Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
- Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Location: Les ateliers FL Bordeaux is located in the capital city of the French New-Aquitaine region, Bordeaux. The school is housed within a 19th-century building in the heart of Bordeaux's downtown district, with easy access to cafés, restaurants, shops, supermarkets, and many of the city's attractions. Within walking distance of the Place de la Bourse, Bordeaux Cathedral, the Place de la Comedie, the Public Gardens and the National Opera of Bordeaux, students have much to keep them occupied inside and outside of the classroom. There are both bus and tram stations just minutes from the school's front doors. Bordeaux Airport is within a 45-minute journey of the school via public transport or a 25-minute taxi ride.
School facilities: Les ateliers FL Bordeaux has excellent facilities from a fantastic location in the historical city centre. These facilities include microwave use for students, a computer lab, a lounge area for relaxation, and a private garden. All classrooms are equipped with heating, air conditioning, and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Course selection: In addition to General French programmes, which are available to students of all levels throughout the year, Les ateliers FL Bordeaux also provides University Pathway and Teacher Training programmes at various times throughout the year. One-to-one and two-to-one courses are available in conjunction with or independently from any other programme.
French Courses
General Language
Standard Programme
20 lessons per week | 11 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from320€304€ / week More
Standard Programme
20 lessons per week | 11 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
320€304€ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 25 | 26 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 320 304 | 640 608 | 840 798 | 1120 1064 | 1680 1596 | 1960 1862 | 2450 2328 | 5060 4807 | 5280 5016 | 5500 5225 | 5720 5434 |
| Price in US$ | 342 | 684 | 898 | 1197 | 1796 | 2095 | 2619 | 5408 | 5643 | 5878 | 6113 |
See availability
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a French course before:
27 Jan 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 08 Sep 2025
27 Jan 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 08 Sep 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 11 / Average: 9
Lesson duration
45 min
Student comments about "Standard Programme" at Les ateliers FL
Hanna
"Basic course French"
Eva Maria
"It was a good review of the grammatical basics for me.
"
Suzanne
"I thought the course was perfectly adequate, not least due to the dedication and hard work of our teacher Marine. The other staff were always helpful and friendly. It was a very nice place on the whole. "
Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Super Intensive Programme
In high demand!30 lessons per week | 11 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from440€418€ / week More
Super Intensive Programme
In high demand!
30 lessons per week | 11 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
440€418€ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 440 418 | 880 836 | 1170 1112 | 1560 1482 | 1950 1853 | 2340 2223 | 2840 2698 | 3550 3373 | 4260 4047 | 4290 4076 | 7920 7524 |
| Price in US$ | 471 | 941 | 1251 | 1668 | 2084 | 2501 | 3035 | 3794 | 4553 | 4585 | 8464 |
See availability
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a French course before:
27 Jan 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 08 Sep 2025
27 Jan 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 08 Sep 2025
30 lessons of general french per week
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 17:00
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 11 / Average: 9
Lesson duration
45 min
Student comments about "Super Intensive Programme" at Les ateliers FL
Myriam
"This school is not for A-1 A-2 students. Not Super intensive when starting each day at 13:15."
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Combined 20+1030 lessons per week | 14 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from965€917€ / week More
Combined 20+10
30 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
965€917€ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 965 917 | 1930 1834 | 2775 2637 | 3700 3515 | 4625 4394 | 5550 5273 | 7160 6802 | 8950 8503 | 10740 10203 | 11375 10807 | 21000 19950 |
| Price in US$ | 1032 | 2063 | 2966 | 3955 | 4943 | 5932 | 7652 | 9565 | 11478 | 12156 | 22442 |
See availability
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a French course before:
27 Jan 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 08 Sep 2025
27 Jan 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 08 Sep 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 17:30
Morning: 9:00 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Combined 20+626 lessons per week | 14 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from695€661€ / week More
Combined 20+6
26 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
695€661€ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 695 661 | 1390 1321 | 1965 1867 | 2620 2489 | 3275 3112 | 3930 3734 | 5000 4750 | 6250 5938 | 7500 7125 | 7800 7410 | 14400 13680 |
| Price in US$ | 743 | 1486 | 2100 | 2800 | 3500 | 4200 | 5344 | 6680 | 8015 | 8336 | 15389 |
See availability
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a French course before:
27 Jan 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 08 Sep 2025
27 Jan 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 08 Sep 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 17:30
Morning: 9:00 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
French + Local Life20 lessons per week | 14 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from440€418€ / week More
French + Local Life
20 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
440€418€ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 440 418 | 880 836 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 471 | 941 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Includes, per week:
- 20 standard lessons,
- 2 activities,
- transport pass.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 17:30
Morning: 9:00 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
French + Museums 20 lessons per week | 14 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from430€409€ / week More
French + Museums
20 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
430€409€ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 430 409 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 460 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Includes, per week:
- 20 standard lessons,
- Museum pass,
- 1 accompanied visit.
This program is for 1 week only.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 17:30
Morning: 9:00 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Online
Online Conversation6 lessons per week | 11 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from45€43€ / week More
Online Conversation
6 lessons per week | 11 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
45€43€ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 45 43 | 90 86 | 135 129 | 180 171 | 225 214 | 270 257 | 315 300 | 360 342 | 405 385 | 450 428 | 540 513 |
| Price in US$ | 49 | 97 | 145 | 193 | 241 | 289 | 337 | 385 | 433 | 481 | 578 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
1-2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 17:30
Morning: 9:00 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 11 / Average: 9
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Online One-to-One Lessons10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from625€594€ / week More
Online One-to-One Lessons
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
625€594€ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 625 594 | 1250 1188 | 1875 1782 | 2500 2375 | 3125 2969 | 3750 3563 | 4375 4157 | 5000 4750 | 6250 5938 | 7500 7125 | 15000 14250 |
| Price in US$ | 668 | 1336 | 2004 | 2672 | 3340 | 4008 | 4676 | 5344 | 6680 | 8015 | 16030 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
This course allows students to focus on their specific language needs.
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 17:30
Morning: 9:00 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Online Two-to-One Lessons10 lessons per week | 2 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from925€879€ / week More
Online Two-to-One Lessons
10 lessons per week | 2 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
925€879€ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 925 879 | 1850 1758 | 2775 2637 | 3700 3515 | 4625 4394 | 5550 5273 | 6475 6152 | 7400 7030 | 9250 8788 | 11100 10545 | 22200 21090 |
| Price in US$ | 989 | 1978 | 2966 | 3955 | 4943 | 5932 | 6920 | 7909 | 9886 | 11863 | 23725 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
This course allows students to focus on their specific language needs.
- Any Monday, open for students of any age.
- The price quoted is the total for both students.
- DUO: For 2 students with the same level.
- Price for an additional 2 lessons: EUR 185.
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 17:30
Morning: 9:00 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Private
One-to-One Lessons10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from750€713€ / week More
One-to-One Lessons
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
750€713€ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 750 713 | 1500 1425 | 2250 2138 | 3000 2850 | 3750 3563 | 4500 4275 | 5250 4988 | 6000 5700 | 6750 6413 | 7500 7125 | 9000 8550 |
| Price in US$ | 802 | 1603 | 2405 | 3206 | 4008 | 4809 | 5611 | 6412 | 7214 | 8015 | 9618 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Price for 2 additional lessons: EUR 150.
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Two-to-One Lessons10 lessons per week | 2 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from1050€998€ / week More
Two-to-One Lessons
10 lessons per week | 2 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
1050€998€ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 1050 998 | 2100 1995 | 3150 2993 | 4200 3990 | 5250 4988 | 6300 5985 | 7350 6983 | 8400 7980 | 9450 8978 | 10500 9975 | 12600 11970 |
| Price in US$ | 1123 | 2245 | 3367 | 4489 | 5611 | 6733 | 7855 | 8977 | 10099 | 11221 | 13466 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
For this course to work, both students must be at the same language level and, ideally, share similar goals. The price quoted is the total for both students.
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Work & Study
University Pathway Programme24 lessons per week | 11 students (max)Offer!from192€183€ / week More
University Pathway Programme
24 lessons per week | 11 students (max)
Offer!from
192€183€ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 32 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 6150 5843 | 9200 8740 |
| Price in US$ | 6573 | 9832 |
See availability
Starting dates
2025: 06 Jan 2025, 01 Sep 2025
NOTE regarding course length: For the 12-month course, the start date is 01 Sep. The 8-month course starts on 06 Jan.
Additional Pathway administrative support fee: EUR 1000.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Possible course durations
32, 48 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 11 / Average: 9
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Language Plus Activity
French + Wine20 lessons per week | 14 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from600€570€ / week More
French + Wine
20 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
600€570€ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 600 570 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 642 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Includes:
- 20 Standard lessons,
- 3 oenology workshops.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 17:30
Morning: 9:00 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Standard Programme + Culture, Wine and Gastronomy20 lessons per week | 11 students (max)Offer!from670€637€ / week More
Standard Programme + Culture, Wine and Gastronomy
20 lessons per week | 11 students (max)
Offer!from
670€637€ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 670 637 | 1340 1273 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 716 | 1432 |
See availability
Starting dates
2025: 31 Mar 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 07 Jul 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 01 Sep 2025
20 Lessons of General French + 4 cultural afternoon session
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 11 / Average: 9
Lesson duration
45 min
Student comments about "Standard Programme + Culture, Wine and Gastronomy" at Les ateliers FL
Francisco Javier
"A recommended course for the afternoon activities that are interesting (visit to St Emilion with Bordeaux wine tasting, tour of the city tasting typical products...) The school provides tickets, information, accompanies the sites agreed with the guides... Our group was 7 people and by doing all the afternoon activities together, a good group relationship was generated."
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Specialty Courses
Teacher Training ProgrammeFor the summer, only limited places left!26 lessons per week | 11 students (max)Offer!from490€466€ / week More
Teacher Training Programme
For the summer, only limited places left!
26 lessons per week | 11 students (max)
Offer!from
490€466€ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 490 466 | 850 808 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 524 | 909 |
See availability
Starting dates
2025: 21 Jul 2025, 28 Jul 2025
Start dates:
- 1 week: 21 Jul, 28 Jul
- 2 weeks: 21 Jul
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 16:45
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 16:45
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 11 / Average: 9
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Our prices for Les ateliers FL include
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
classroom1/9
Welcome area2/9
our team3/9
weekly breakfast4/9
Dune du Pilat5/9
Darwin Ecosystem visit6/9
French + Culture, Wine & Gastronomy Program7/9
Visit of the city8/9
9/9
Student opinions about Les ateliers FL, Bordeaux
4.2
Overall school rating of
Les ateliers FL, Bordeaux
Les ateliers FL, Bordeaux
106 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
Facilities
Social activities
Organisation
Course
Quality of teaching
Value for money
Accommodation
Homestay
Shared Flat (apartment)
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (1 rating)
Students 18-30 years (18 ratings)
Students 31-49 years (31 ratings)
Students 50+ years (43 ratings)
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Francisco Javier
63 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“The school does not offer weekend activities and only 1 or 2 activities during the week. But since I signed up for a French + culture, wine and gastronomy course, every afternoon we had an activity that was normally very interesting and very well organized.”
“Weekly classes are two 90-minute shifts separated by a 15-minute break. The first day was completely lost, which doesn't matter much for people who go for several weeks, but I only booked one. The first turn was lost with a small oral test that is not very useful and the second turn with the 1 to 1 presentation of all the students in the class.
In the information it says that the maximum number of students per class is 12, but in ours there have been 13 and, one day, 14. The teacher was good, but with so many students, the pace of learning is slower.”
Insider tip: “There is a great diversity of countries and languages, although in the month of August Spanish predominate.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: A recommended course for the afternoon activities that are interesting (visit to St Emilion with Bordeaux wine tasting, tour of the city tasting typical products...) The school provides tickets, information, accompanies the sites agreed with the guides... Our group was 7 people and by doing all the afternoon activities together, a good group relationship was generated.
Other comments It should be better organized so as not to miss the first day of class (20% of class time for those who only attend one week). The maximum group of 12 people should be respected.
Course: French + Culture, Wine and Gastronomy - 1 week
Review date: 8. Aug. 2022 by Francisco Javier Montalvo Llorente
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ana Maria
55 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teacher was very professional. She was demanding and at the same time she encouraged us to do our best. All this in a relaxed atmosphere that was very appropriate for learning.”
Insider tip: “Make sure to bring a dictionary, sometimes the wifi does not reach the top floors.”
Details of the review
Other comments I would return in a heartbeat.
Course: Standard Programme - 2 weeks
Review date: 6. Jun. 2016 by Ana Maria Alfaro-alexander
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Russell
61 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The standard of the teaching was very high and the whole experience was well organised. There was very good support and I only wish I could have stayed longer.”
Insider tip: “Bordeaux is a wonderful city and very easy to live in.”
Details of the review
Other comments An excellent school with a very professional staff.
Course: Standard Programme - 1 week
Review date: 5. Feb. 2018 by Russell Parkin
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Suzanne
60 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teaching was excellent and the teacher, Marine, could not have worked harder to provide effective, relevant, creative and fun classes every single day.”
“It would have been helpful to have a water tap that was not in the toilet area - very off-putting. A coffee machine would also have been helpful.”
Insider tip: “If you are staying long-term in the Banlieu do factor in the cost of fares to school.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: I thought the course was perfectly adequate, not least due to the dedication and hard work of our teacher Marine. The other staff were always helpful and friendly. It was a very nice place on the whole.
Other comments I was there for 12 weeks and felt comfortable, supported and enjoyed the classes.
Course: Standard Programme - 12 weeks
Review date: 7. Sep. 2022 by Suzanne Adebari
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Sascha
46 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very nice and competent staff, very well organised and varied lessons, excursions as part of the lessons outside the classroom. Great learning atmosphere.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Programme [French] - 1 week
Review date: 28. Mar. 2022 by Sascha Mergner
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ingolf Roth
51 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Overall a very good choice for learning French. The staff and professors are all very good and the progression was very good in a short time.”
“I prefer courses at school compared to all the online classes. Though the good thing with online classes is that you get input from other professors and students from other locations as well. Even more important to make sure to communicate to the students that they will be needing a laptop or a tablet as several of the others didn’t know in advance. Would like to have even more cultural events.”
Insider tip: “Bring a laptop or tablet”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Attend to BlaBla language exchange every Tuesday and Friday night. Free of charge, and a good way to meet locals
Other comments Online classes require a good reliable internet connection and many accommodations don’t have the connection stable enough
Course: Super Intensive Programme - 6 weeks
Review date: 9. May. 2022 by Ingolf Roth Fischer
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Irina
48 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The atmosphere.
I didn’t fill in about the housing, as I rented it by myself, in order to know the exact location of my accommodation.”
Insider tip: “When buying a course for one week, keep in mind that every week you lose 2 hours. This is justified only in the first week, when you are being interviewed. If your course is longer than a week, then you don’t have classes every Monday when new students pass the tests. This is not significant, but not really clear to me:-) They give very little home work, which is unusual for us.”
Details of the review
Other comments Very good school staff and nice international atmosphere.
Course: Standard Programme [Французский] - 3 weeks
Review date: 10. Sep. 2018 by Irina Shutko
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Suzanne (suzie)
50 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Location in lovely Bordeaux. Small class size of 12 helped my French speaking skills a lot. Liked the emphasis on speaking.”
Details of the review
Course: Combined 24 (20 group + 4 individual) - 1 week
Review date: 9. Oct. 2011 by Suzanne (suzie) Hayes
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Carmen
58 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“The location is great. There are shopping facilities nearby for the lunch break. The teachers are very nice and committed.”
“The school's equipment is modest. The rooms are in need of renovation, the desks are cheap and unstable. The coffee machine can only be operated with a card, which is annoying. The toilets are moderately clean. The teaching material is only available online, which is a disaster without a tablet or laptop. I only had the mobile phone, which was very exhausting. No papers/copies were provided.”
Insider tip: “Use museums if the weather is bad, they are nicer than in Germany, absolute recommendation! Go to the parks, read a book, walk along the promenade.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Course basically ok, easier in the mornings, change of group in the afternoons, level a bit high.
Other comments The equipment is rather poor, the rooms are in need of renovation. There was no copy paper at all, everything via teams: be sure to bring your laptop/tablet, with a mobile phone it was a disaster.
Course: Super Intensive Programme (Bildungsurlaub) - 1 week
Review date: 25. Sep. 2023 by Carmen Weyl
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Leyla
49 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I thought it was great that the teacher (Heloïse) printed out the worksheets for me, as I didn't have a laptop with me.”
“The arrangement of the chairs in the classroom is not ideal, as you always have to turn your head to look at the front.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Programme [French] - 1 week
Review date: 14. Oct. 2024 by Leyla Köksal-Mergner
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Elizabeth
68 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“They were able to respond very well to each individual.The lessons were well structured and motivating.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Programme - 1 week
Review date: 24. Jun. 2024 by Elizabeth Andereya-Sinn
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Aniceta
60 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“Most of the teachers are very good and encourage you to participate and talk which is what it is about.”
Details of the review
Other comments There aren't really any extracurricular activities which would allow students to get to know each other better and to talk a bit outside the school.
I did not like that they took us to the bookstore to buy a book that was expensive, considering what it is used for, and only for two weeks.
Course: Super Intensive Programme [Francés] - 2 weeks
Review date: 15. Sep. 2018 by Aniceta Herrero Barajas
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Inna
20 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The atmosphere and the individual approach. Also, a total immersion in the French language.”
Insider tip: “Stop to speak English in school, even if "it's easier." Better somehow, but to speak.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Programme - 2 weeks
Review date: 11. Apr. 2017 by Inna Kosolobova
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Eva Maria
59 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teacher was very patient and explained very well and understandably in French.”
“The classroom was as narrow as a tube.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: It was a good review of the grammatical basics for me.
Course: Standard Programme - 1 week
Review date: 12. Sep. 2023 by Eva Maria Rinke
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Rafaelina
63 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“I liked my afternoon teacher, Laure, she was energetic and motivated to teach.”
Insider tip: “Try to take the tours: to the museums, walking tour etc.”
Details of the review
Other comments The lessons were monotonous and lacked variety. Oral practice was minimal and the teaching was conventional. The classes were too large (11 - !2 students). The classrooms did not have air conditioning, and Bordeaux was hot in the summer.
Course: Super Intensive Programme - 2 weeks
Review date: 21. Aug. 2016 by Rafaelina Tamason
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Anne
27 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Nice location with a nice backyard, friendly and competent teachers and staff”
Details of the review
Course: Standard - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. Oct. 2009 by Anne Rödl
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Fran
62 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Wonderful teacher, great content and meeting so many international students”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Programme [French] - 2 weeks
Review date: 25. Feb. 2023 by Fran Cottrill
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
John
66 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Principal (Corrine) and teacher (Marine) both went out of their way to help.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Programme - 2 weeks
Review date: 2. Aug. 2018 by John Phillips
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Siren
39 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Private tuition, central location, service-minded activity responsible.”
Details of the review
Other comments Poor interior/standard inside the school building.
Course: Combined 30 (20 group+10 individual) - 2 weeks
Review date: 6. Dec. 2016 by Siren Stendahl
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Elizabeth
55 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Great teacher. Very accommodating. Changed my class when I complained.”
Insider tip: “Don't miss the Sunday farmer's market on the Quay.”
Details of the review
Other comments Really enjoyed this experience.
Course: Standard Programme - 2 weeks
Review date: 20. Sep. 2016 by Elizabeth Thach
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Kah
43 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Teachers were great, friendly and helpful. I enjoyed my time here.”
Insider tip: “Do the extracurricular activities to practice your French. The weekly language exchange at Botega is a good way and to meet and find new friends.”
Details of the review
Other comments There were lots of eating options for lunch around the school.
Course: Super Intensive Programme + Medical French - 3 weeks
Review date: 8. Aug. 2017 by Kah Chong
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Robert
77 yearsOverall rating
1.0
“What was written in my wife's response, Myriam, goes for us both.”
Details of the review
Course: Super Intensive Programme - 1 week
Review date: 24. Sep. 2024 by Robert Phelps
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Sharon
59 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The staff and teachers were very friendly, efficient and helpful.”
Insider tip: “As a beginner, one week is really not enough.”
Details of the review
Other comments I really enjoyed the classes, and wish I had booked for at least 2 weeks........next time.
Course: Standard Programme - 1 week
Review date: 26. Mar. 2018 by Sharon Wade
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Sherry
55 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“I appreciated the relaxed atmosphere. It was academic but fun!!!”
Details of the review
Other comments There was an assistant at the school named Marie who was most helpful with answering questions and making us feel welcome. She is a good Personal Relations person for the school.
Course: Standard
Review date: 5. Nov. 2003 by
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Lois
69 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The friendly atmosphere and the encouragement to talk in French”
Insider tip: “Make the most of every lesson”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: I enjoyed that we spoke French all the time - I was the only English person so it was good to have to try hard to make myself understood in French.
Course: Intensive Programme - 1 week
Review date: 16. Sep. 2019 by Lois Hood
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Imke
50 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The composition of the class and the quality of the professor”
Details of the review
Other comments Everything great. As always.
Course: Intensive Programme - 1 week
Review date: 10. Sep. 2018 by Imke Willrodt
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Michelle
31 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Good location, great teachers, good content of the lessons.”
Details of the review
Course: Super Intensive Programme - 1 week
Review date: 17. Feb. 2019 by Michelle Erdem
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Linda
64 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I liked the friendly teaching and felt I made some progress.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Programme - 1 week
Review date: 11. May. 2018 by Linda Gray
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Aurelia
21 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“It was easy to get to and right near the centre of the city”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Programme - 1 week
Review date: 2. Sep. 2016 by Aurelia Hibbert
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Enno
41 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The contact with other students from different countries”
Insider tip: “Visit the city and the ocean!”
Details of the review
Course: French for Business - 2 weeks
Review date: 26. Oct. 2006 by Enno Hoffmann
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ratings of Les ateliers FL compared to ratings of all schools in France
| Les ateliers FL Bordeaux | Average of all other schools in France | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall school rating | ||
| Location of the school | ||
| Facilities | ||
| Social activities | ||
| Organisation | ||
| Quality of teaching | ||
| Value for money | ||
| Homestay | ||
| Shared flat |
Les ateliers FL
Accreditations and Quality seals
French teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Les ateliers FL and you book here.
Les ateliers FL operated previously under the name
France Langue
Year of school foundation
1992
General school facilities
Fridge for student use
Drink vending machine
Microwave for student use
Lounge
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Free after-class access to language learning software
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Self-study areas
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Career guidance service (free)
Guidance for further higher education (free)
Guidance for further higher education (paid)
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 6
Additional comment about facilities of school
tram station near (2 minutes walking); restaurants and bakerys in front of the school
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Germany | 20% |
| Switzerland | 15% |
| England | 13% |
| Sweden | 10% |
| Japan | 10% |
| Spain | 7% |
| Italy | 5% |
| Brazil | 3% |
| USA | 2% |
| Turkey | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 14% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 1.0204081632653% |
| 18-24 years | 28.571428571429% |
| 25-34 years | 30.612244897959% |
| 35-50 years | 23.469387755102% |
| >50 years | 16.326530612245% |
The average age outside summer is 6 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
In summer: 120
Throughout the year: 50
Minimum age of students
16 years
13 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 4
Junior courses In summer: 1
Junior courses Throughout the year: 1
Average age of students
In summer: 28 years
Throughout the year: 34 years
Information for all courses offered by Les ateliers FL
Lesson duration
45 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students but has to be returned to the school at end of course.
Comments about courses
Students must book a minimum of 2 private lessons.
Days without class
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025 - 06 Jan 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 08 May 2025, 29 May 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 14 Jul 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 01 Nov 2025, 11 Nov 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025 - 06 Jan 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 08 May 2025, 29 May 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 14 Jul 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 01 Nov 2025, 11 Nov 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per French language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Airport transfer
Bordeaux-Merignac Airport:
75 € one way
125 € return (both ways)
125 € return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Bordeaux Merignac.
More details about airports near Bordeaux and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Bordeaux page. For flight comparisons to Bordeaux, we recommend using skyscanner.com.
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- City tour every week,
- Board games,
- Blabla Exchange (outing in a bar with locals, food and beverage not included),
- Outing to current exhibit.
- Board games,
- Blabla Exchange (outing in a bar with locals, food and beverage not included),
- Outing to current exhibit.
Adults - Paid activities
Excursions to Vineyards (Winetasting):
- The Bassin d'Arcachon,
- Saint-Émilion,
- arcahon,
- dune du pilat.
- museums
- cité du vin
- The Bassin d'Arcachon,
- Saint-Émilion,
- arcahon,
- dune du pilat.
- museums
- cité du vin
Video about leisure activities at Les ateliers FL Bordeaux
Accommodation
Homestay
In high demand!
31 ratings Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal 
Shared bathroom
from
290 €/ week Show more
Homestay
In high demand!
31 ratings
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
290 €/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 290 | 580 | 870 | 1160 | 1450 | 1740 | 2030 | 2320 | 2900 | 3480 | 290 | 80 |
| Price in US$ | 327 | 653 | 979 | 1305 | 1632 | 1958 | 2284 | 2610 | 3263 | 3915 | 327 | 90 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Special diet supplement: EUR 45 per person per week
Check-in
Sunday 17:00-18:00
Check-out
Saturday 8:00-12:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 80€.
Price extra night
50 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 45€
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
17
Maximum age of students
61
Dates
High season dates: 04 May 2025 - 27 Sep 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 50 €
Student comments about Homestay
Carmen
"The elderly couple lives in a suburb of Bordeaux, practically without infrastructure. The public transport connection is good. Everything is easy to reach by tram. The couple is very nice, but real contact is not wanted. I was not allowed to go into the kitchen or the living room alone. It was more like a room with meals, but no connection to a host family. Dinner was at 8pm sharp, being in the dining room 10 mins earlier not wanted. The room was small, not lockable and no TV. I felt very controlled and locked in, so after 2 nights I changed to a hotel. Unfortunately, this was very expensive due to the Rugby World Cup and the visit of King Charles. I imagine a host family differently, I have also experienced it more positively with others in the past. Of course it depends on what you have in mind, I wish there was more information beforehand, then I could have made a different decision beforehand. For me personally, it didn't fit."
Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay! 31 ratings Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
196.88 €/ week Show more
Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
31 ratings
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
196.88 €/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 196.88 | 393.75 | 590.64 | 787.5 | 984.4 | 1181.25 | 1378.16 | 1575 | 1968.75 | 2362.5 | 196.88 | 80 |
| Price in US$ | 222 | 443 | 665 | 886 | 1108 | 1329 | 1551 | 1772 | 2215 | 2658 | 222 | 90 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Students have access to the kitchen to heat up a dish at French meal times (between 18:30 and 20:30).
Check-in
Sunday 17:00-18:00
Check-out
Saturday 8:00-12:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 80€.
Price extra night
40 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Private bathroom
Optional at 45€
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
17
Maximum age of students
99
Dates
High season dates: 04 May 2025 - 27 Sep 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 40 €
Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay! 31 ratings Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
225 €/ week Show more
Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
31 ratings
Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
225 €/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 225 | 450 | 675 | 900 | 1125 | 1350 | 1575 | 1800 | 2250 | 2700 | 225 | 80 |
| Price in US$ | 254 | 507 | 760 | 1013 | 1266 | 1519 | 1772 | 2025 | 2532 | 3038 | 254 | 90 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Students have access to the kitchen to heat up a dish at French meal times (between 18:30 and 20:30).
Check-in
Sunday 17:00-20:00
Check-out
Saturday 8:00-12:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 80€.
Price extra night
40 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 45€
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
17
Maximum age of students
61
Dates
High season dates: 04 May 2025 - 27 Sep 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 40 €
Homestay 31 ratings Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
253.75 €/ week Show more
Homestay
31 ratings
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
253.75 €/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 253.75 | 507.5 | 761.25 | 1015 | 1268.75 | 1522.5 | 1776.25 | 2030 | 2537.5 | 3045 | 253.75 | 80 |
| Price in US$ | 286 | 571 | 857 | 1142 | 1428 | 1713 | 1999 | 2284 | 2855 | 3426 | 286 | 90 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Students have access to the kitchen to heat up a dish at French meal times (between 18:30 and 20:30).
Check-in
Sunday 17:00-18:00
Check-out
Saturday 8:00-12:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 80€.
Price extra night
50 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Private bathroom
Optional at 45€
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
17
Maximum age of students
99
Dates
High season dates: 04 May 2025 - 27 Sep 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 50 €
Aparthotel - Category ** Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
580 €/ week Show more
Aparthotel - Category **
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
580 €/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 580 | 1160 | 1740 | 2320 | 2900 | 3480 | 4060 | 4640 | 5800 | 6960 | 580 | 80 |
| Price in US$ | 653 | 1305 | 1958 | 2610 | 3263 | 3915 | 4568 | 5220 | 6525 | 7830 | 653 | 90 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
The price may be increased depending on current events.
Tourist tax not included and to be paid on site (between EUR 1 and 3 / day / person).
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 80€.
Price extra night
75 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
25 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
1
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 20 May 2025 - 25 May 2025, 05 Jun 2025 - 15 Jun 2025, 20 Jun 2025 - 21 Jun 2025, 13 Sep 2025 - 14 Sep 2025
High season dates: 04 May 2025 - 04 Oct 2025
High season dates: 04 May 2025 - 04 Oct 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 120 €
Aparthotel - Category ** (with breakfast) Single room, Breakfast
Private bathroom
from
600 €/ week Show more
Aparthotel - Category ** (with breakfast)
Single room, Breakfast
Private bathroom
from
600 €/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 600 | 1200 | 1800 | 2400 | 3000 | 3600 | 4200 | 4800 | 6000 | 7200 | 600 | 80 |
| Price in US$ | 675 | 1350 | 2025 | 2700 | 3375 | 4050 | 4725 | 5400 | 6750 | 8100 | 675 | 90 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
The price may be increased depending on current events.
Tourist tax not included and to be paid on site (between EUR 1 and 3 / day / person).
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 80€.
Price extra night
85 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
25 minutes .
Includes
Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Private bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
1
Dates
High season dates: 04 May 2025 - 04 Oct 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 110 €
Aparthotel - Category *** Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
620 €/ week Show more
Aparthotel - Category ***
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
620 €/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 620 | 1240 | 1860 | 2480 | 3100 | 3720 | 4340 | 4960 | 6200 | 7440 | 620 | 80 |
| Price in US$ | 698 | 1395 | 2093 | 2790 | 3488 | 4185 | 4883 | 5580 | 6975 | 8370 | 698 | 90 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
The price may be increased depending on current events.
Tourist tax not included and to be paid on site (between EUR 1 and 3 / day / person).
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 80€.
Price extra night
90 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
15 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
1
Dates
High season dates: 04 May 2025 - 04 Oct 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 120 €
Apart’hotel Category ** 1 rating Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
540 €/ week Show more
Apart’hotel Category **
1 rating
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
540 €/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 540 | 1080 | 1620 | 2160 | 2700 | 3240 | 3780 | 4320 | 5400 | 6480 | 540 | 80 |
| Price in US$ | 608 | 1215 | 1823 | 2430 | 3038 | 3645 | 4253 | 4860 | 6075 | 7290 | 608 | 90 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Prices may vary during the year.
This accommodation option is for 1-2 people.
Daily taxes not included and to be paid on site (between EUR 1 and EUR 3 per day per person).
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 80€.
Price extra night
70 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
25 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Phone, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
99
Dates
High season dates: 06 Apr 2025 - 13 Sep 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 110 €
Apart’hotel Category *** Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
590 €/ week Show more
Apart’hotel Category ***
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
590 €/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 590 | 1180 | 1770 | 2360 | 2950 | 3540 | 4130 | 4720 | 5900 | 7080 | 590 | 80 |
| Price in US$ | 664 | 1328 | 1992 | 2655 | 3319 | 3983 | 4646 | 5310 | 6637 | 7965 | 664 | 90 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Prices may vary during the year.
This accommodation option is for 1-2 people.
Daily taxes not included and to be paid on site (between EUR 1 and EUR 3 per day per person).
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 80€.
Price extra night
75 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
25 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
99
Dates
High season dates: 06 Apr 2025 - 13 Sep 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 130 €
Year-Round Residence - Private Studio 2 ratings Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
350 €/ week Show more
Year-Round Residence - Private Studio
2 ratings
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
350 €/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 350 | 700 | 1050 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 2450 | 2800 | 3500 | 4200 | 350 | 80 |
| Price in US$ | 394 | 788 | 1182 | 1575 | 1969 | 2363 | 2757 | 3150 | 3938 | 4725 | 394 | 90 |
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Students are expected to clean when they leave the studio. Failure to do so will incur in a cleaning fee of EUR 90.
During high season, the price for an extra night increases to EUR 45.
During the Olympics (15 Jun to 30 Sep) an extra fee is charged, up to EUR 500 per week.
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 80€.
Price extra night
45 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
30 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
81
Dates
High season dates: 04 May 2025 - 27 Sep 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 40 €
Student comments about Year-Round Residence - Private Studio
Suzanne
"Private studio was fine but would have preferred somewhere within 30 minutes walking distance of the school. To walk was an well over one hour."
Ingolf Roth
"No meals. "
Questions and answers about Les ateliers FL
When will I find out more about the activities planned during my language course?
“The activities are planned 1 week before.”
Meriam, Admissions and Enrolments from Les ateliers FL - Jun 17, 2024
At what times does the standard course take place?
“09:00-10:30 and 10:30-12:15.”
Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 11, 2024
If I am late, can I still take part in the lessons?
“Every student is obliged to respect the lesson times out of respect for the other students in the group and the teacher. If you are more than 15 minutes late, you must wait for the break.”
David, Director from Les ateliers FL - Jun 11, 2024
How do I access the materials?
“Les Ateliers schools use the MS Teams collaborative platform as a part of the distance learning courses and in support of certain face-to-face courses. You will get a detailed instruction and log in a few days before the course starts. If you have any questions about access, you will receive help on the first day of school.”
Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 11, 2024
How can I reach the school easily by public transport?
“To get to the school, you can take:
Tram B: Cours du Médoc station (3-minute walk from the school).
Tram C: Camille Godard station (13-minute walk from school).
Bus: Line 5: Médoc station (3-minute walk from school).
Line 7, 25, 27: Cité du vin station (15-minute walk from school).”
Tram B: Cours du Médoc station (3-minute walk from the school).
Tram C: Camille Godard station (13-minute walk from school).
Bus: Line 5: Médoc station (3-minute walk from school).
Line 7, 25, 27: Cité du vin station (15-minute walk from school).”
Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 11, 2024
What exactly is the procedure on the first day of school?
“When you arrive at the school, you will be greeted by your participant supervisor. They will make sure that you can register on the Teams platform. You will then take an oral language test with a teacher to be placed in a class appropriate to your level.
On the first day, you will attend a meeting with all the new students to get to know them and receive all the information you need for your stay in Bordeaux.”
On the first day, you will attend a meeting with all the new students to get to know them and receive all the information you need for your stay in Bordeaux.”
Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 11, 2024
What do I need to bring for the lessons?
“You need a pen, a notebook, your computer/tablet.”
Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 11, 2024
Where can I find information about the activities of Les Ateliers Bordeaux and what activities are on offer?
“You will find all the information about the activities at the school reception. Les Ateliers offers:
- guided tours
- excursions
- sports
- events
- gastronomy (especially wines from the Bordeaux region)
- meetings with other students”
- guided tours
- excursions
- sports
- events
- gastronomy (especially wines from the Bordeaux region)
- meetings with other students”
Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 11, 2024
Which teaching materials are used? Are there books, copies, or are the materials available online?
“The educational resources are provided via an online Teams account. In this way, students can communicate with teachers and classmates. A tablet is an advantage, but access is also possible with a smartphone.
Teachers can use the platform to send resources for lessons. Not all teachers use paper materials to reduce waste. This may depend on the teacher's methods, but everyone takes care to provide the necessary knowledge according to the different levels of French.”
Teachers can use the platform to send resources for lessons. Not all teachers use paper materials to reduce waste. This may depend on the teacher's methods, but everyone takes care to provide the necessary knowledge according to the different levels of French.”
Meriam, Customer Success Agent from France Langue - Oct 10, 2023
What equipment do I need to bring for the course at Les ateliers FL in Bordeaux?
“As the school works a lot with digital media, it is recommended that you bring a laptop or tablet. If you don't have either device, a mobile phone will do. ”
Lisa Schiwy, LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 04, 2023
FAQ about Les ateliers FL, Bordeaux
Do I have to take a test before the DELF preparation course at Les Ateliers FL, Bordeaux?
“A test to assess your exact language level is carried out before the start of the course using an online form provided by Les Ateliers FL, Bordeaux.”
Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 12, 2023
I would like to know if I can take a DELF B2 exam at the end of the programme at Les Ateliers FL in Bordeaux?
“Les Ateliers FL de Bordeaux is not an examination centre for the DELF B2, but it prepares you to take this exam at a partner centre, such as CLAP Sud-Ouest, in Bordeaux.”
Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 04, 2023
If two students want to book the same airport transfer, do they get a discount on the price?
“Yes, if two students travelling together book the same transfer to the same place, the price per student is reduced.”
Louise Granath, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 11, 2023
I would like to know if classes would occur in the morning at Les ateliers FL, Bordeaux. I am an intermediate speaker and would like to improve my French. I would like to have the afternoon for work and distractions.
“I can confirm that 95% of the lessons (standard course with 20 lessons/weeks) take place in the mornings. Very rarely the lessons may take place in the afternoons. The afternoon schedule is from 13:30 to 16:30.”
David, Customer Care coordinator from France Langue - Feb 15, 2023
What is the number of students per class at Les ateliers FL?
Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Les ateliers FL varies from 1 students (Online One-to-One Lessons) to 14 students (Combined 20+10)
Which countries are students of Les ateliers FL from?
The highest Nationality percentage at Les ateliers FL comes from Germany with a 20% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (15%) and England (13%).
Les ateliers FL offers courses for which ages?
Les ateliers FL offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 28 during the summer and 34 for the rest of the year.
Terms of Les ateliers FL
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:30
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Legal name/parent company
SARL FL BOOKING | Tax registration ID: FR58539842716
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
School fee for issuing the visa documents:
500 €
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Calculator | Reservation
Share: ![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
"Excellent" 4.8/5
1.302 reviews
* of LanguageCourse.net on Trustpilot
Data transparency:
How the school data is collected and measures taken to ensure data accuracy
Les ateliers FL Bordeaux | 106 Uncensored Reviews
https://www.languagecourse.net/school-les-ateliers-fl-bordeaux.php3
Do you know someone in particular with whom you would love to explore life in Bordeaux? Just tag them in your post to Facebook or send them a link to this page in a message or email.
Email
WhatsApp
Copy link
Messenger
Bordeaux
Bordeaux city attractiveness rated by our students:
4.7
More information about Bordeaux including climate data and events on our Bordeaux page with a list of all 6 French schools in Bordeaux.
This is Les ateliers FL’s most popular programme, at all levels of French language ability. This course uses a methodology in which the student is provided with a general and comprehensive education on the French language, with the possibility of the individual student taking workshops that focus on the specific aspects of French study that are the most interesting or important for them personally.
Workshops can be focused on business French, culture, and conversation practice, among others.